Southampton - It was from the cerulean, nymph-filled Cyprian seas that the love goddess Aphrodite emerged, sun-kissed atop a scallop shell. Bare-breasted with flowing golden curls, if there is one thing we can learn from Greek mythology, it's that nothing beats beach hair, no matter how ferocious your blow dryer may be. After a sun-filled Saturday of seaside cocktails, avoid post-beach traffic on 114, and finally nab that coveted parking spot in town with five easy summer styles, perfect from Mecox to Main Street. In a 1970s-inspired season, full of funky florals, handkerchief prints, and stonewashed silks, the tide is high to pack lighter, and embrace the sand between your Louboutins. Channel your inner Venus, switch out those Havaianas for some heels, and emerge from the shore perfectly primed for a night on the dance floor.

1. "Flare Red Tank Tunic" by blu moon
This seamless, red ruffled dress offers vintage inspiration to the contemporary, boho-beach mongerer. For a surf-session at Flying Point, layer it over your favorite turquoise or saffron-colored two-piece, topped with classic aviators and a full-brimmed straw hat. For a night at Talkhouse, sling a gold belt around your waist, throw on hoop earrings, and complete the look with strappy stilettos for your best beachside Carrie Bradshaw. "Flare Red Tank Tunic" by blu moon, available at Intermix. 87 Main Street, East Hampton, 631-907-8025. Price: $175

2. The Liz Dress, by Elie Tahari
With its flattering empire waist, and virtually unwrinkable stretch-jersey fabric, Elie Tahari offers the ultimate summer do-all dress, perfect for the weekend Hamptonista looking to maximize the space in her Birkin. For an afternoon swim at Sagg Main, pair it with your best white one-piece, and finally say moo-moo no more. Transition to an evening at the Bay Street Theatre with white patent leather pumps, diamond studs, and a sleek chignon for supreme summer sophistication. Liz Dress in "Purple Orchid," available at Elie Tahari, 1 Main Street, East Hampton, 631-329-8883. Price: $298

3. The Larianna Romper, by Theory
In a summer of high minimalism, Theory's muted romper is a must. Bare those bronze legs over a putty colored bikini and cork wedges for a day on the dunes. Slip on a bold shoe for your night at Lily Pond - a saturated fuchsia platform, snakeskin stilettos, or zebra-skin pump will do. Larianna Romper in "Stone Chino," available at Theory, 46 Newton Lane, East Hampton, 631-324-3285. Price: $295

4. The Matilda Mini Dress by Alice+Olivia
Harness your flower power, and prove pretty as a pansy in Alice+Olivia's sweetheart mini-dress. For an ocean-side stroll at Montauk Point, go for brown leather gladiator sandals and tortoise shell sunglasses. Layer pattern and print with leopard espadrilles for a night at the North Sea carnival, or transition to fall with a chunky grandpa cardigan, black tights, and a worn-in pair of Frye boots.
Matilda Mini Dress, available at Alice+Olivia, 56 Jobs Lane, Southampton, 631-204-0165. Price: $368

5. "Ruffle Mini Dress" by Scoop
Psychedelic patterns, computer-generated prints and cobalt blue on white are some of the major trends of the summer season, seen on the catwalks of Alexander McQueen, Rodarte, and Jean Paul Gaultier. Stomp the sands in this right-off-the runway ruffle dress, and complete the look with a gold bando-bikini and matching sandals. For an early dinner at Nick & Tony's, slip into bronzy sling-backs and a statement necklace, and prove yourself tanner than the tannest. Ruffle Mini Dress in "Royal Blue," available at Scoop. 51 Newtown Lane, East Hampton, 631-329-6800. Price: $198.